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Small green and white Mini PCI Express Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 adapter for notebooks

Intel

Intel 3160.HMWWB.R Wi-Fi adapter

SKU CH-3R6F-X2GWM MPN 3160.HMWWB.R

Dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi plus Bluetooth 4.0 combo card in Mini PCI Express form factor

  • Interface typeMini PCI Express
  • Wireless speed433 Mbit/s
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.11ac
  • Security featuresWMM WPA WPA2 WPS WPS 2.0 IEEE 802.1X IEEE 802.11w EAP-TLS TT
  • Antenna configurationDiversity Antenna
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
  • 433 Mbps peak data rate under IEEE 802.11ac
  • Bluetooth 4.0 for wireless peripherals
  • Mini PCI Express form factor fits notebook slots
  • Diversity antenna improves signal stability

What this adapter does

The Intel 3160.HMWWB.R is a Mini PCI Express Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 combo module for notebook upgrades. It delivers dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless at up to 433 Mbps using the IEEE 802.11ac standard. The green and white card includes a diversity antenna and supports WPA, WPA2 and WPS 2.0 security protocols.

Who it suits and who it does not

This card fits laptops with a free Mini PCI Express slot and Windows 7, Windows 8 or Linux. It adds Bluetooth 4.0 alongside Wi-Fi in one module. Builders needing an M.2 keyed slot or a newer Wi-Fi standard should look elsewhere. The adapter also does not suit desktops without a compatible Mini PCI Express header.

The deciding specification

The interface is Mini PCI Express, not M.2, despite the supplier listing both terms. Verify the notebook slot type before ordering; a Mini PCI Express card will not fit an M.2 socket. The 433 Mbps link rate and Bluetooth 4.0 support are fixed by the 3160 controller.

How it compares

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Model name3160
Product typeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter
Product colorGreen & White
Connectivity
Wireless speed433 Mbit/s
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Supported standardsIEEE 802.11ac
Antenna configurationDiversity Antenna
Ports & slots
Interface typeMini PCI Express
Size & build
Product dimensions1.1 in × 1.2 in × 0.1 in
Product weight0.01 lb (0 kg)
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size89 × 70 × 41 mm
More details
Security featuresWMM
WPA
WPA2
WPS
WPS 2.0
IEEE 802.1X
IEEE 802.11w
EAP-TLS
TTLS
PEAP
LEAP
EAP-FAST
EAP-SIM
EAP-AKA
WEP (64/128-bit)
AES-CCMP
TKIP

Questions about this item

Does the Intel 3160.HMWWB.R include antennas or cables, or must they be purchased separately?

The adapter uses a diversity antenna design; antennas and connecting cables are not included and must be sourced separately.

How do I choose between the Mini PCI Express and M.2 interface descriptions for this 3160 model?

The card fits a Mini PCI Express slot; the M.2 label in the data refers to the same physical module, so select it for a Mini PCI Express notebook slot.

Will the 433 Mbps wireless data rate be achieved on a typical notebook connection?

The 433 Mbps figure is the maximum PHY rate on a 5 GHz 802.11ac link; real-world throughput is lower and depends on router capabilities, channel width and signal quality.

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